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By Bill McElhinney It was the sight of a little Ugandan boy wearing a ragged top that melted Kiri Johnson’s heart.

Kiri was living in Britain at the time, and was persuaded to go with a friend who had volunteered to work at a Ugandan orphanage.

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PICTURED: Kiri, Miles and Andy Johnson. Andy will be looking after Miles when Kiri heads off to Uganda straight after Christmas.

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“I went with her, and met this little boy who was literally just wearing rags,” Kiri says.

“It touched my heart, especially coming from a place where we have so much and these folk have so little.

“I was determined to go back, and I did and I took some clothes for him and went around looking for him until I found him.”

That was nine years ago, and shortly after that Kiri and husband Andy emigrated to New Zealand.

“But I’ve always wanted to go back to Uganda,” Kiri says.

Since moving to New Zealand, Kiri has studied to become a teacher, and now teaches at the Richmond View School, while Andy works with the local branch of Downers.

So straight after Christmas, Kiri will be flying out to Uganda to spend time on two missions during the school summer holidays.

“Firstly, I am travelling to Northern Uganda to the largest refugee camp in the world, Bidi Bidi camp, which houses more than one million refugees from the recent conflict in South Sudan,” Kiri says.

“Western media coverage of the situation has been slow, and there are just not enough aid agencies to meet the needs.

“I am joining a group of Ugandan and South Sudanese pastors to assist them with a sports and music mission at the camps.”

Sport is one of Kiri’s great joys.

“Physical activity and team games can go a long way to lifting a person’s spirits,” she says. “My goal is to take sports and education equipment to the camp for the kids. All types of equipment are in short supply and most kids hand-make their own footballs.”

Kiri plans to help lead football, netball and

running competitions in the camps.

“I really want to thank Mitre 10 mega who have donated footballs and sports bottles for these children,” Kiri says.

“We are also looking for help with supply of netballs and handballs to take over on the flight.

“We don’t want donations of clothing, because there’s no room to take it, but if we get cash, we will buy clothing in Uganda to give to the kids.”

On return from the camps, Kiri will head to a small village school in Eastern Uganda where she will be working with a family she has known for many years.

“This will be my third trip to the area, but it’s been a long nine years since my last visit,” Kiri says.

“In that time I have graduated as a primary teacher and with five years experience under my belt I’m excited to be able to go and work with some of the local teachers, sharing resources, ideas and teaching practices.”

Kiri also hopes to raise donations to buy teaching resources to take to Uganda.

“My focus is on numeracy and literacy resources. English is the official language of Uganda and most lessons are also conducted in English, which means some of our New Zealand teaching resources can be modified and used in Uganda.”

While Kiri is away, Andy will be holding the fort, looking after two-and-a-half year old Miles.

“I am so proud of my family supporting me on this venture,” Kiri says “Without Andy’s encouragement and commitment I wouldn’t have been able to make this trip happen.”

Cash donations to help Kiri’s mission can be made via the Blenheim Baptist Church, 8 Beaver Road, (03) 578 3676 or admin@ blenheimbaptist.org.nz

Children in the Ugandan refugee camps have very little, so resort to making their own soccer balls.

The sight of this little Ugandan boy dressed in rags prompted Kiri Johnson to go back with clothes for him.

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New owners for iconic Marlborough Sounds lodges

By Bill McElhinney Two Marlborough families who were pioneers in Marlborough’s seafood industry have joined forces to make Marlborough a high class tourist destination.

Burkhart Fisheries have bought a half share in the Marlborough Tour Company, which was established more than 20 years ago by Chris and Sue Godsiff.

The two families share a background in the seafood industry, with Marlborough Tour Company born out of trips to the Godsiff mussel farms out of Havelock.

The Burkhart family are well known for their long-running Ward-based crayfishing business.

Former Marlborough Boys’ College board chairman Tony de Reeper and his wife, Nikki, also bought a small share in the company.

Marlborough Tour Company has now bought the popular Furneaux Lodge and Punga Cove Resorts in the Marlborough Sounds.

The lodges are located in Endeavour Inlet, Furneaux Lodge. on the world-renowned Queen Charlotte Track.

The company also bought The Marlborough Lodge, formerly Old St Mary’s Convent, in 2016 to extend the luxury accommodation options for tourists.

Chris says the company plans to grow tourism in Marlborough and make the region a world-class destination.

He is also pleased to welcome all existing staff from Punga Cove Resort and Furneaux Lodge to the Marlborough Tour Company family.

“We have some fantastic and exciting developments planned for both lodges in the future. For now, it’s business as usual as we head into another busy summer season here in beautiful Marlborough,” Chris says. Punga Cove.

“This purchase demonstrates our confidence in Marlborough Tour Company General Manager Scott McKenzie says the ex- tourism growth in New Zealand, our confidence pansion of the locally owned company in Marlborough as a tourist destination, and also is exciting for the future of Marlborough our confidence in the Queen Charlotte Track as an iconic tourist trail. Both lodges are an integral tourism.

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inbrief The Sun Service to close Earlier this year Budget Service Marlborough appealed to the community for help with funding its service that has been operating for over 30 years.

The organisation has now announced it will close on December 14 due to lack of funding and are no longer accepting requests for appointments.

Man hit by car A 34-year-old man who was crossing Nelson St/State Highway 6 between Hutcheson St and Bomford St on Sunday was hit by a car.

He suffered serious injuries and was in a stable condition at Wairau Hospital on Monday.

The incident happened not far from where an elderly man died after being hit by a vehicle last month.

Meningococcal warning Nelson Marlborough Health Medical Officer Dr Andrew Lindsay is urging people to be alert to the symptoms of meningococcal disease after four people have been diagnosed this year in Nelson.

Andrew says four people have been hospitalised with bacterial meningitis in Nelson this year, all aged between 18-35.

In November, Ministry of Health figures showed there were 112 cases of meningococcal disease in 2017 and 96 cases so far this year. The annual number of cases had increased steadily since 2014, when 45 cases were reported.

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part of the overall track experience,” Scott says.

“We know that as an industry, Marlborough tourism will always deliver memorable, unique and first class experiences, and we are very excited to now be an even bigger part of that.”

Public health officials believe a second case of measles confirmed in Marlborough last week is linked to the case reported last week in Milford Sound.

A woman in her 20s has been in isolation in Marlborough since November 20 and public health officials say it is unlikely she has infected anyone.

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College Old Boys coming home to star in concert

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By Bill McElhinney Two Marlborough Boys’ College old boys who have made their mark in music and drama are reuniting for a one-off concert in Blenheim.

Singer James Rodgers, who has been living in New York since 2005, and Auckland based actor Dan Musgrove, are returning to their home town of Blenheim on Decem- Dan Musgrove. Jillian Zack. ber 17 for a one off concert of songs, poetry and great the title role in Candide with New Zealand Opera. memories, Together Again.

Dan and James are joined Dan and James grew up creating theatre together at by Juilliard graduate Jillian Marlborough Boys College. Zack, who last appeared in However, since turning New Zealand with James professional in their respec- as part of the sold out Lloyd tive fields they have never Webber to Puccini in 2017.

Jillian works as a musical been on the stage together. director and also teaches at Until now.

Dan, best known to New the Juilliard School in New Zealand audiences as Lefty York.

In a unique format, Dan Munro from Westside and Marty Johnstone from Un- will deliver a reading of the derbelly, is also an accom- text and James and Jillian plished playwright, screen- will perform the music it writer, and award-winning inspired.

They will present Robert poet.

The Blenheim show is his Schumann’s masterpiece chance to share some of his Dichterliebe (A Poet’s Love) own poetic works, many of with text by the great 19th which will be heard for the century poet Heinrich Heine (Dan will read a translation), first time.

James has per for med and American composer throughout the world in both Tom Cipullo’s Another Reaopera and musical thea- son Why I Don’t Keep a Gun tre and has won numerous in the House, a setting of the awards for his interpretation visceral poetry of American Billy Collins. of song.

They will then move closer Earlier this season he played

James Rodgers.

to home with internationally recognized New Zealand composer Douglas Lilburn’s settings of Denis Glover’s rugged poetry in the moving Sings Harry.

“Often when we hear poetry in a song setting it goes past us without the time to really understand or contemplate its meaning,” James says.

“When you are dealing with poetry at the level of these works, it seems only right to give it its moment in the sun.

What better way to do that than to put it in the hands of an actor of Dan’s calibre.

We had some great times in high school making shows.

Some of my greatest memories in the theatre are from that time.

“Hopefully after all these years working in the field, we are capable of creating something special for our home town audience.”

Queen Charlotte College Students brought in Foodbank donations instead of Gold coins for their Mufti Day on Wednesday. Some of the students who organised the day with all the food donated. Principal Betty Whyte, Avalon Smith, Soraya Timms, Riita Bureka and Mihirangi Edmonds Raj.

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By Megan Connolly It was mufti day, but with a twist at Queen Charlotte on Wednesday where students brought in donations for the Picton and Marlborough foodbanks.

T he school collected 180.1kgs of food that will be donated to the foodbank this week and distributed to families in need.

“People really thought about it too, it isn’t just canned tomatoes,” student organiser Soraya Timms says.

There was a student who wasn’t dressed in mufti but still contributed.

The inspiration came from ESL worker at the school, Crossroads manager Emma Munroe.

“I just thought that as a

parent it would be easier than trying to find a gold coin,” Emma says.

But it was the Junior Student Council who really stepped up to make it happen, creating posters and organising the mufti day.

“Our young leaders really stepped up and we’re very proud,” College principal, Betty White, says.

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Checking out the pitch at Lansdowne Park in preparation for a major football match next month are, from left: Marlborough Football development officer Scott Kennovin, Kevin Forde, NZ Football, Andrea Smith-Scott, general manager Marlborough Football and Matt Campbell, operations manager for Tasman United.

Major football match at Lansdowne Park

By Bill McElhinney Lansdowne Park, usually the venue for major rugby matches, will host a major football league match next year.

Kevin Forde, New Zealand Football competitions manager, was in Blenheim last week to do a pitch inspection and check out the facilities for the upcoming match.

Tasman United will be playing Team Wellington on January 20 at Lansdowne Park and Marlborough Football are delighted to be hosting a National League game in conjunction with Nelson Bays Football and Tasman United, Marlborough Foot-

ball general manager, Andrea Smith-Scott says.

Kevin and Matt Campbell, from Tasman United, met with Andrea and Marlborough District Council park contractors Downer staff Annette Hewetson and Mike Porter, for the pitch and facilities inspection.

“New Zealand Football were very complimentary about the standard of the pitch and facilities here at Lansdowne Park, and the game is all set to go ahead,” Andrea says.

Marlborough footballer Nick Stanton is part of the Tasman United senior team squad.

Nick played for Marlborough’s Rangers AFC this season, and Rangers took out all competitions in Nelson.

Nick, who is the goalkeeper is an integral member of the team.

Andrea is encouraging all football fans to come along and watch the Tasman United team and show great support from Marlborough.

“If it goes well, we could secure a match fixture here each season in the future,” Andrea says.

The big match kicks off at 2pm on January 20, and entry is free for everyone, Andrea says.

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“The profession has been rightly demanding a return to have a say in how their profession is run, so it’s important for teachers to nominate candidates and vote in these elections,” Education Minister Chris Hipkins says.

“In the last elections of the old Teachers Council, there was only a 14 percent turnout. These elections are

too important for teachers not to have their voices heard.

“Teachers will elect board members from across the profession: a teacher and principal from the both the primary and secondary schools, a teacher and leader from Early Childhood Education, and a teacher educator.

“Following the elections, I will appoint a further six members to the Board,” Chris says.

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We have an amazing town.

I would love to know more about natural building methods like earth building.

Physics. It’s always been a mystery to me. How do they know when it’s not something tangible - it’s all theory.

I wish I knew what the point of going to Mars is!

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Parking a problem Dear Ed, I would like to know who in Marlborough District Council made the decision to ‘redevelop’ two very important (to those who use them) freedom camp reserves (for fully self contained motor homes / caravans) either side of Rai Village; Brown River Reserve and Alfred Stream Reserve?

Your recent ‘works’ have reduced the parking space by 50 per cent,were preventing anything other than small vans to medium campers from parking up at either area.

I am towing a caravan, all

up 12 meters long, and am glad I parked outside Brown River entry gate and walked down.

With all the huge boulders you used to ‘define’ parking spots I am now not be able to use this park-over.

I looked online (which shows both sites as they used to be) and carried on to Alfred Stream and unfortunately turned in before realizing you have done the same ‘improvement’ there!

Thank goodness no other vehicles parked there as it took me 15 minutes to back around, constantly having to get out and check where the

boulders were in relation to back end of my caravan.

I only just managed to get out of there.

This decision severely limits all but the smallest of motor homes from parking up, now in carpark designated lines and not with the tree meter gap as the NZMCA allows to prevent fire spread.

The boulders take up more room than there is parking space. I invite you to reconsider this ‘upgrade’ and not do this to any other free parkover spots in Marlborough.

Weary traveller New Plymouth ABRIDGED Publisher

Old man’s beard Dear Ed, Peter Buckley is quite correct as to how easy it is to get old man’s beard vines out.

On one property that had an area of willows and old man’s beard, we grubbed it out. The vine’s root system pulls out relatively easily.

However, Peter has got the responsibility factor misplaced. It’s not the responsibility of anglers.

The Marlborough District Council has given up on old man’s beard and by some strange thinking argues “it’s everywhere, we can’t control it so we’ll remove it from the pest plant list”.

But MDC is responsible for controlling plant pests. What about the Department of Conservation? Is it not responsible for conservation in NZ? Both agencies could be active in making physical effort grubbing out plants or using stump killer as Peter suggests. Both could encourage farmers and other rural residents by advice, issuing stump killer etc., to combat old man’s beard.

I’ve said it before. Wallabies - non-existent in Marlborough - are a threat according to MDC pest “experts”. Why not hippos and rhinoceros too?

Never mind that councillors approved the pest management strategy and chasing imaginary pests while ignoring real ones.

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Track stalwart honoured with QSM

By Bill McElhinney Queen Charlotte Track stalwart Rod Eatwell knew about his latest honour, but didn’t live to collect it.

Rod, 90, died when his car crashed at Koromiko, between Picton and Blenheim, last Wednesday.

Rod has been awarded a Queens Service medal in the latest New Year Honours, his son, John, announced at Rod’s funeral at the Church of the Nativity yesterday.

The family will collect the award at the official ceremony in April next year.

In July this year a sprightly Rod celebrated his 90th birthday at the Woodbourne Tavern, in Renwick, with family and friends.

Rod, who farmed at Kenepuru Head, was one of the prime movers in the establishment of the Kenepuru Walkway, which later became the Queen Charlotte Track. He opened his land up for the track and spent more

than 30 years maintaining and improving it.

Just last month he and neighbour Pam Gatenby, with help from grandson Steve Emanuel, set up a new toilet on a section of the track.

The track is being assessed as one of New Zealand’s new Great Walk, and the judges were inspecting the track last week when Rod died.

In 2017 Rod was honoured by the New Zealand Walking Access Commission at a parliamentary ceremony for his work on the track.

But although he was widely known as the ‘grandfather of the Queen Charlotte Track,’ Rod had also been generous with his time in other community activities.

“Dad continuously worked for the community and to make New Zealand a better place,” his son, John, says.

“He ran the Church of Christ Youth Group in Lower Hutt in the 1960s.

“Then he moved to Renwick and operated motels there for 25 years, from 1968 to 1985.

“When we moved to Renwick he ran talent quests to raise funds for the construction of the Presbyterian youth hall.

“He founded the Renwick branch of Scouts and was scout master from 1971 to 1978, and was Father Christmas at the Renwick School and Play centre from 1973 to 1980, turning up on his horse and gig and throwing lollies he had bought out to the children.”

Rod, the husband of the late Kath and Glen, was father and father-in-law of Mary and Stephen Butler, Phoebe Giles, Ruth Parsons, and John and Gabrielle Eatwell; grandad and great-grandad of Danny, Jo, Kelvin, Stephen, Rachel, Keith, Kathleen, Connor, Pania, Fergus, Shaila, Cayden, Henry, Sebastian, and Corban.

Give a gift, help a family

By Bill McElhinney Women’s Refuge this week launched its nationwide Give a Gift appeal, asking Kiwis to donate presents to children affected by domestic violence this Christmas.

“New Zealand has one of the highest rates of family violence in the world, with an act of domestic violence reported every five and a half minutes,” Women’s Refuge Chief Executive Dr Ang Jury says .

“Over Christmas, sadly these numbers surge and it can be common for women who are fleeing from violent relationships to leave with

nothing, which includes the presents under the tree.

“In December last year, Women’s Refuge’s 40 safe houses around the country were at capacity, with 1629 children among the occupants,” Ang says.

“We are hoping to raise awareness of the Give a Gift campaign and the plight of women and children facing Christmas in a refuge, so, ultimately everyone in their care can celebrate and open a gift on Christmas.

“All of the whanau we work with during the festive season just want to give their kids a safe and happy Christ-

mas – we believe every child deserves this,” Ang says.

“We need New Zealand’s help so that all the families we work with can open a gift on Christmas day and celebrate the holiday with joy and dignity.”

While gifts are needed for all children doing it tough, teenage boys can often be forgotten at Christmas, Ang says.

People can contribute to Give a Gift, which runs to December 21, by purchasing a gift and dropping it off at their local Bunnings store in its dedicated collection boxes.

Rod Eatwell celebrated his 90th earlier this year with three of his four children, Phoebe, John and Mary.

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Sweet and sustainable Living a healthy, sustainable lifestyle is Awatere couple Linton and Petra Spence.

Their philosophy of ‘farm to table’ has seen them produce raw honey packaged in biodegradable pots, as Celeste Alexander finds out.

Linton and Petra love nature.

They strive to live off their land, near Lake Grassmere, in the most sustainable way possible.

They have a milking goat, a vegetable garden, make their own bread and farm their own meat.

On top of that they run a small sheep and beef farm and as of recently, are now producing packaged raw honey.

“We were looking for something that we could both be involved in,” Petra says. “I was working in the wine industry and after finishing maternity leave we decided then to do something together.”

When Linton was younger he and his father had a couple of beehives so it was already something that interested him.

“We love being able to produce things ourselves and all that we considered pointed towards bees,” Linton says.

The couple started out with three hives then enlisted the help of consultant and experienced beekeeper Trevor Bryant.

“He was a fantastic mentor throughout and invaluable, as he had been beekeeping all of his life,” Linton says.

That was five years ago and slowly over time their business ‘Flaxbourne Bees’ has evolved, and they now have 230 hives on their property.

Linton and Petra have opted to keep their honey as natural as possible, but when it came to packaging their raw Meadow hon-

Awatere couple Petra and Linton Spence have recently produced their own honey in biodegradable packaging.

right fit for us. ey, it took considerable It’s sturdy, strong and research to find the right biodegradable.” materials.

Production has Linton adds; “What’s “We tried a few differonly just been great about it is that so ent packaging options inmany different products cluding glass and plastic completed can go into biodegradable but they didn’t fit in with packaging. how we live and what we It’s a great solution!” believe in,” Petra says.

After six months they “It was important that this was a natural, healthy product that was were ready to have their honey packed also good for the environment, so we found into the posts.

Flaxbourne Bees’ first production has this wax cardboard pot and went through a trial process with it and decided it was the only been completed recently and is yet

to be made available for purchase, but the couple are excited to have their product in local stores soon.

“The honey pot is food safe and can be exported, but for now we are happy to start small and local with that farm to table concept in mind,” Petra says “This is how it was in the good old days,” Linton says.

“Honey used to be packaged into cardboard pots, so we feel we are just winding back the clock.”

Petra and Linton can be contacted at lpspence1@gmail.com

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Traps out to keep pests off Sounds sanctuary

By Bill McElhinney Predator-free Blumine Island/ Oruawairua in Queen Charlotte Sound has had extra protection from predators thanks to the assistance of Outward Bound students.

Fourteen students and their instructor helped Department

of Conservation rangers put out 48 tracking tunnels around the island, replacing the old ones which were deteriorating.

“The tracking tunnels are one of a number of devices used to detect predators such as rats, stoats or weasels. The predators’ footprints are tracked on ink

pads inside the tunnels,” DOC ranger Wendy Sullivan says.

“If the tracking tunnels and other devices detect a predator, then we deploy traps to catch and remove them,” DOC biodiversity ranger Dan Palmer says.

“The quicker we can detect the presence of a predator on the island, the less harm it can do to our native wildlife.

“Our biggest fear is a pregnant female getting on the island. If we don’t detect it, it could quickly escalate to a breeding population.”

The students also built 125 boxes to house mouse traps on the island.

The relationship between Outward Bound and DOC is important to both parties, Wendy says.

DOC regularly hosts ‘watches’ or groups of students, and they provide approximately 250 volunteer work days a year to DOC. Outward Bound provides another 600 work days a year to conservation groups in Marlborough.

The work is undertaken as part of the students’ three-week course. The outdoor education courses focus on building leadership, resilience and team work through hands-on experiences, as well as an opportunity to serve the community.

For the students the work experience gives them a new perspective of the environment they often spend time recreating in.

“Before this trip I rarely noticed the wooden boxes dotted along tracks,

but after two days working alongside DOC my lens has shifted and I now have a heightened awareness and appreciation towards each tracking tunnel and trap I pass,” instructor Louise Henderson says.

“For every staple, screw and bead of sweat that went into crafting and delivering these, I now feel the weight and responsibility that partners with conservation and a commitment to keep our island sanctuaries predator free”.

Blumine Island is one of several predator free islands in Queen Charlotte Sound and is open to the public. It is home to several endangered species such as orange-fronted parakeet/kakariki, saddleback/tieke, and rowi kiwi.

REDWOOD DOC biodiversity ranger Dan Palmer and Outward Bound students Fiona Gillies and Louise McCann prepare to set pest traps on Blumine Island.

Low sunshine hours November 2018 recorded an above average mean temperature, above average rainfall and below average sunshine hours.

Blenheim sunshine recorded 219.4 hours of sunshine for November, 92% of the long term average for November of 241.1 hours.

Well below the totals in the four years 2014 to 2017.

Total sunshine for the 11 months January to November 2018 is 2289.6 hours; 102% of the long-term average of 2244.7 hours. January to November 2017 recorded 2285.4 hours.

Blenheim sunshine total of 219.4 hours only ranked 14th in NZ for sunshine hours during November 2018: New Plymouth was the sunniest town in New Zealand in November with 254.4 hours of sunshine.

Appleby recorded 245.2 hours and Richmond recorded 244.9 hours.

Invercargill recorded 234.5 hours sunshine, 15.1 hours more than Blenheim.

Totals to the end of November 2018: Richmond 2317.9 hours,Blenheim 2289.6 hours and Whakatane 2273.3. hours Blenheim recorded 20.8 hours more sunshine than Richmond in October 2018 and at the end of October Richmond was only 2.2 hours ahead of Blenheim for 2018.

At the end of November Richmond was 28.3 hours ahead of Blenheim.

November rainfall total of 62.6 mm is 132% of the longterm average for November of 49.5 mm.

The November rainfall total is the highest monthly total since July, which recorded 71.6 mm.

Total rainfall for the 11 months January to November 2018 is 756.0 mm; 128% of the long-term average of 589.5 mm.

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Mistletoe market keeps getting better Lions Club members Neville Lawson and Malcolm Williams were busy keeping things ticking over at the Mistletoe Market.

Kailee Jensen looking cute in her stroller with Ethan Jensen and Nadine Ferraro.

Good friends Lynn Berkett and Marilyn O’Donnell taking a break at the Mistletoe Market.

I wish all constituents a very Merry Christmas and a happy start to the New Year. Here’s some of what I’m up to this month: Meeting with Grey Power representatives

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street market with a large selection of stalls with something for everyone - food, gifts, jewellery, clothes.

Over the years the market has raised thousands of dollars, which the Lions have distributed to a host of community groups and worthy causes.

Saturday’s market was another success, with dozens of stall holders and crowds of shoppers enjoying a sunny Saturday and entertainment from the Marlborough District Brass Band.

Emily O’Sullivan and Cookie Monster were collecting for the Cookies Charitable Trust .

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By Bill McElhinney It’s a Blenheim institution that’s been going for more than 40 years now and the Blenheim Lions Club Mistletoe Market was back again on Saturday.

“We started in 1977 with about 20 stalls down each side of Market Street,” says long time market organiser Charles Riley.

Since then the market, a Lions Club of Blenheim community project, has grown to become one of the most popular markets in the Top of the South area.

It’s also Blenheim’s largest

Jordan Green and Alyssa Dalley were shopping for scarves at the Mistletoe Market.

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Apologies

It’s a privilege to have received invitations to attend school graduation ceremonies. Unfortunately they all occur when Parliament is next sitting so I won’t be able to attend any of these events, but I wish all students and staff a successful event at their schools and a wonderful end to the school year.

Attending a citizenship ceremony at District Council Chambers

Linda, Sophia, Stephanie and Jose Dos Santos chill out on the bean bags at the Mistletoe Market.

Electorate office closure My office will be closed from 24 December 2018. Reopening on Monday 7 January 2019.

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Gary Graham and Janelle White were getting plenty of donations for the volunteer fire brigade at the Mistletoe Market.

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Big crowds for Christmas Parade The Blenheim Christmas Parade drew large crowds into the centre of town on Saturday afternoon with families and children lining the streets to get a glimpse of Santa.

A jumping castle, ice cream, Santa and musical entertainment meant there was lots of

fun for everyone before the parade started.

This year the parade had 28 floats including Harold the Giraffe with The Life Education truck, Ashwood Retirement Village, Blenheim Roller Skating club, and of course, Santa and his sleigh.

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Brianna Livingstone and Abby Sandall in the Christmas spirit.

Amelia Ballantine with Brad and Leon Boxall watching out for Santa.

Dean Hydes with grandson Arlo Stevens.

Rhylee-Jane Smith, Paige Smith and Casey Tebbutt waiting for Santa.

Charlotte and Mya Benseman waiting for the parade to start.

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But the one commonality that people share is the bringing together of family and friends.

What better way to do this and to celebrate the festive season than to take the whole family along to the ‘Marlborough Christmas in the Park’, this Sunday December 9 from 1-5pm at The Glade, Pollard Park.

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Get excited for Christmas in the Park The Marlborough Christmas in the Park is a popular community event that has been proudly held each year by the Blenheim Christian Ministers Association (BCMA). The BCMA have been running this free Christmas event for the community for more than 10 years.

Every year a dedicated team of volunteers run the event, and this year that group includes event director Alistair Hebberd, event co-ordinator Lynette Leota, stalls manager James McKenzie-Wiley and Paul Fletcher.

It’s also supported by a number of local businesses including major sponsors Marlborough Lines, PAK’nSAVE, More FM Marlborough, The Blenheim Sun

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Event co-ordinator Lynette Leota says there’s plenty to be excited about this year with loads of new and exciting additions to the event lineup.

The event kicks off at 1pm with inflatables, music and fun for the whole family - at no cost!

“This year we have facepainting, giant zorbs, sumo suits, climbing walls, bouncy castles and other inflatables. These activities are all free.

“We wanted an event for the whole family from young children through to grandparents, so make sure you come along and enjoy what will be on offer,” she says.

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“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” These words could not be truer when it comes to describing the outlook on life shared by Dallas Reeves.

Dallas, a much loved husband and soulmate of Nicky and an incredible father to Macaela and Caleb passed away peacefully with his family by his side on November 30, 2018.

Known for his courage, determination, selflessness and generosity, Dallas will forever be remembered by those who knew and loved him.

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kind, caring and loving person and had the most infectious smile and laugh which made everyone around him smile too.

“He would do anything for anyone and those who knew him would agree, nothing was a ever a problem for Dallas.

“As a husband, we had that love where we didn’t have to say anything, we just knew it was special, and he just adored his children,” wife Nicky says.

Dallas grew up in Marlborough, playing football, enjoying BMX riding and doing athletics to the age of 14. From there on he played rugby representing

the region in junior and senior grades.

He began his working career with an apprenticeship at the Spring Creek Garage which was owned by his parents, Thomas and Noeline Reeves.

After travelling overseas he met the love of his life, Nicky, and returned to Marlborough in 1997 where they married and started their family together.

Dallas worked as an engineer over the years but always had the dream of starting his own business, which he achieved in 2005 with HR Engineering.

He continued to pack as much

into his life as possible by enjoying his many hobbies including motorbike riding, boating, fishing, camping and enjoying the outdoors with his family.

His one dream he did fulfill in recent times was the design, build and racing of his stockcar at speedway.

“He was so energetic and loved everything that he did.

He had a very happy life and as a family we will carry the many beautiful memories that we have from our life together,” Nicky says.

Civic Orchestra fundraising concert

By Megan Connolly Marlborough Civic Orchestra is holding a charity fundraiser concert on Saturday at 4pm at Cloudy Bay Funeral Services Chapel.

The concert will feature MCO’s Upbeat Development Orchestra and give them a chance to perform alongside more experienced MCO players.

“This is really about giving our younger players some real exposure to performing.

Our soloists also benefit from experience such as this as they grow,” Chairman of MCO and musician Andy Collier says.

Well known local soloists Elgee Leung on cello, Sam Lee on Violin and Kodi Rasmussen on trumpet will be also be playing some pieces.

Performers will play some of the greats like Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, The event is door sales only by Barber and Haydn among others.

“All the pieces will be quite short a paper Koha where all proceeds and there is a good variety to entertain will go to families in need this Christmas. young and old,” Andy says.

ABOVE: Marlborough Civic Orchestra is holding a charity fundraiser on Saturday at 4pm at Cloudy Bay Funeral Services Chapel where all door sales will be donated to families in need this holiday season.

Lots of Lego’s for Foster Hope

By Megan Connolly Blenheim children Max and Phoebe Chambers donated over 54 two litre containers of Lego to Foster Hope Marlborough last week and the Lego will be gifted to families and children this Christmas.

“It’s nice to give to other children and families who need it more,” both the children say.

Aside from the 44 two-litre containers of mixed Lego, there were also 15 sets of Lego Friends with instructions, 11 Lego Creator, Lego Chima and Lego Movie sets with instructions.

The 12 and 13-year-olds have been collecting Lego sets since they were around three years old, mum Shona Chambers says.

“They would save up their money to buy new sets, or were given them for Christmas and birthday presents,” Shona says.

Shona spent around two months organising the Lego so all the sets were together and each container had a variety in them for ultimate building potential.

Leonie McLachlan from Foster Hope says each box will be given to a separate child or family, depending on the situation.

This year Foster Hope has a Christmas tree at Café Home where the public can take a tag off a tree for a specific age and gender of a child and purchase gifts with that in mind.

You can leave donations under the tree until Phoebe and Max Chambers donated over 54 two litre containers full of lego to Foster Hope Marlborough to gift to children in need this Christmas.

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Gabrielle and Dwaine are excited to announce the safe arrival of Oseas Dre (5lb 8oz) on November 18, 2018, at 12.18am at Wairau Hospital. A little brother to Cayahni, Xyon and Micaiah. Special thanks to midwife Mahana and all our supportive family.

Savannah and Jamie are happy to announce the safe arrival of Autumn Dawn (8lb 1oz) on November 18, 2018, at 8.55pm at Wairau Hospital. A sister to Roman. Special thanks to my midwife and all the staff at the maternity ward.

Rebecca and Jason are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Lily Grace (8lb 5oz) on November 21, 2018, 1.14pm, at Wairau Hospital.

Special thanks to Shona Wills and all the maternity staff at Wairau Hospital.

McKEE: Charley Hope Valerie Born November 14 Weight 6lb 8oz Hospital Wairau

PIRIKA: Born November 21 Weight 9lb 1oz Hospital Wairau

Nicole and Adrian are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Charley Hope Valerie 6lb 8oz on November 14 at 12:02pm at Wairau Hospital. Big thanks to our midwife Sue Young and everyone who looked after us during our stay.

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Kym and Andy are happy to announce the safe arrival of their baby girl (9lb 1oz) on November 21, 2018, at 4.50pm at Wairau Hospital. A sister to Sofie and Alivia. Special thanks to Cathy Middleton and all the staff at Wairau Hospital.

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Carla and Kieran are happy to welcome the safe arrival of Isla Chevelle (6lb 12oz) on November 27, 2018, 1.53am at Wairau Hospital. A little sister to Gemini, Marlie, Karma and Zaley.

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Out & About

EVENT: Tua Marina School Market Day One of Tua Marina School’s classrooms has been busy learning about business by creating a product and selling it.

Students learned everything from sales and profit through to taxes before holding a market day last Tuesday.

Maisie Broughan and Kiera Hollis with their ‘crazy animals’.

Albert Nott and Harry Wilkin were among the first to sell out of their picture frames.

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Rylie Horncastle with her ‘balloon buddies’.

EVENT: Mistletoe Market On Saturday morning the CBD was a hive of industry with people and stall holders for the annual Mistletoe market.

Chloe Miller and son Bon (6 months) listening to the band .

Amber and Ellie MacDonald.

Sarah Higgins and daughter Louisa with their local business Aub&Rose handcrafts.

Natasha Stewart and daughter Aimee (8), with their stall Beads by Aimee.

Ursula Edwards, a local potter for sixteen years.

Richie Marsden and James 5 months.

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Contract Winemaking Space 1500 tons of winemaking space available for 2019 harvest onwards.

Complete service can be provided from Harvesting to Bottling.

Premium Red and White wine. All parcel sizes considered.

Fruit Wanted Organic Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, Central Otago Pinot Noir, Central Otago Pinot Gris, Marlborough All interested parties please email josh@allanscott.co.nz

ECE teacher A position has become available for an enthusiastic team player with a passion for teaching and learning.

There are plenty of exciting opportunities to develop and grow your own practice alongside our tamariki in our privately owned ‘home-away-from-home’ centre.

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Restaurant We are looking for a Thai Chef with 5 years experience in Thai Cuisine For more info contact Benjamas 02102697374

Bethsaida RETIREMENT VILLAGE

CLEANER HEALTH CARE ASSISTANTS

We are undergoing a period of expansion and redevelopment at Bethsaida. Due to this we are requiring the services of a Cleaner (8am - 2pm) Sunday - Thursday.

We are looking for a person who is reliable, careful, energetic, has Permanent casual shifts available an eye for detail and& enjoys working towardsare a common goal of providing best care for our residents. fortheenthusiastic and committed We offer competitive remuneration, a comprehensive orientation health care assistants. and ongoing education.

Experience is preferred, but full training Please call at reception for an application form or email will be offered to suitable applicants. manager@bethsaida.co.nz Applications close December 17, 2018.

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VINEYARD OPERATORS PERMANENT OR PART TIME

We are looking for people who want an opportunity to be part of our passionate team where there is plenty of scope to reach your full potential.

Work with us in a supportive environment where quality outcomes are our goal. You will get a variety of opportunities to share your skills and develop knowledge for a recognised career in vineyard operations.

We are all about supporting our people, we recognise and reward experience, offer on-going practical skill-building opportunities where we place you in a role that matches your skills, training and aspirations.

Apply your practical knowledge and skills on a day-to-day basis; • Tractor and machinery operations • Spray applications • Irrigation operations • Hands-on vineyard maintenance • Harvest operations Please apply via our website or call Delegat National Viticulture Office for an application form on (03) 572 6300, 1st Floor, Riverview House, 13 Alfred Street, Blenheim 7201.

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Become part of Council’s Building Control Team

A vacancy has become available in the Building Control Group.

The Marlborough District Council is offering a position for a Building Control Officer to work in our professional team.

Marlborough District Council is a dynamic, progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing a wide range of functions. Our vision is that over the next decade, Marlborough will become a globally-connected district of progressive, high-value enterprise, known for its quality lifestyle, desirable location and natural environment.

Building Control Officers impact people’s well-being and quality of life. They assist Council in meeting its statutory obligations and policies in matters relating to the Building Act, Resource Management Act and Local Government Act, as well as Building Regulations, Building Consent Authority Accreditation Regulations, and Amusement Device Regulations.

Working in our team you will be able to carry out the full range of duties required of a Building Control Officer. The activities will include processing building consent applications and undertaking inspections out in the field.

To be considered we require: • Excellent interpersonal skills.

• An understanding of the Building Act and the NZ Building Code.

• Experience in the building and/or plumbing and drainage industries.

• Digital literacy and proven experience in Microsoft Office and other computer technologies (all work carried out by the Building Control Group is done digitally).

Preference will be given to applicants who currently hold or who are working towards any of the following technical qualifications (or similar): • National Diploma in Building Control Surveying (small buildings).

• National Diploma in Building Control Surveying (medium to large buildings).

• Diploma in Architectural Drafting.

• Diploma in Construction.

Applications close at 5:00 pm on 14 December 2018.

Applications should be made online via the careers page www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/careers/current-vacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply.

For further information you are welcome to contact bill.east@marlborough.govt.nz.

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Sales Consultant

Parts Apprentice, Blenheim • A great opportunity to take on an Apprenticeship and grow with us • Professional development and career progression opportunities • Support the exceptional operation of our Norwood Dealership We are offering a new position of Parts Apprentice at our Dealership in Blenheim. We make things happen by providing exceptional customer solutions for every customer every time. You will provide service and sales support to Norwood customers both in the Dealership and over the phone, sell products through the showroom, provide parts administration support and coordinate parts inventory. You will be well supported by our Parts Technical Support team and ongoing training will be provided.

The successful applicant will be required to complete an Automotive Parts & Accessories Merchandising Apprenticeship. If you’re keen and willing to learn you will receive a well-rounded introduction to our business. From there it is up to you! An apprenticeship takes commitment and discipline, but is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn.

If you have an interest in the automotive or agricultural industry, exploring how machinery operates, and have a basic understanding of technical drawings then you are almost there. Add to this your genuine willingness to find solutions for customers, and this could be the dream job for you!

We want to bring the magic to every kiwi meal. Do you want to be part of our premium food story?

Our team are looking for energetic, reliable and friendly people to help build on our company culture. Can you help us farm, pack, process and market the best fresh and valueadded garlic and shallot products in New Zealand?

Pay is based on experience and role, with a core- staff starting rate of $18/hour.

Our regular shift is 730-430.

We also have shifts available to suit school parents.

We begin with harvest early January, with packing and processing ramping up later in the month.

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Do you have an eye for detail and want to drive a quality-culture?

Mon-Fri. Jan start.

We can offer you: • Competitive remuneration including medical insurance • Job security and Multiple career pathway options in a global industry • Staff purchasing benefits and company banking options • An opportunity to work with a great team of people willing to share and grow their knowledge

• Packhouse/Process Staff

If you are ready to embrace a positive change, apply now!

To apply please forward CV and cover letter to Bryan Simpson - bryan.simpson@norwood.co.nz

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To succeed in this role you will have: • Motivation and drive to complete an Apprenticeship • An ability to listen and understand customer and colleague needs • Competent user of Information Systems • Good organisational skills, ability to multi-task, and communicate • A Full class 1 license preferred and a forklift endorsement would be advantageous

Norwood is a leading tractor and machinery distribution group and represents a portfolio of global brands through separate operating divisions throughout New Zealand. Norwood showcases three national dealer networks which include 18 company owned locations. Established in 1948, we have grown to be one of the best known names in New Zealand agriculture and today we supply one in every three tractors sold here.

The Blenheim Sun newspaper is looking for a highly organised sales professional to join our successful team.

For the right person we will consider full-time or part-time.

Our sales consultants introduce businesses around our region to the benefits of advertising in our twice weekly publication.

Working with our clients is a busy role but very rewarding, working alongside a fun team of individuals.

This role requires: • Strong organisational and people skills • Drive, energy and motivation • A self-starter who can seek out opportunities • Building rapport and maintaining relationships • Achieving goals and targets This is an exciting position to work with a privately owned leading newspaper in a growth focussed media business.

If you are looking for a new challenge in the new year, contact us via email today in confidence.

Les Whiteside - Publisher Email: les@blenheimsun.co.nz

• Harvest staff/ Tractor Drivers 50 hours/ week. Harvest exp. a plus.

• Foreman-Yard Assistant

General yard work/ forklift driving. Jan start.

Mon-Fri 35 hours. Food handling exp. a plus. Late Jan start.

• Cadets

Studying food or farming locally?

Looking to advance in horticulture? Talk to us about roles that suit your plans.

All staff are subject to our Company alcohol and drug policy.

Pick up an application form from 377 Vickerman Street, Blenheim, or email your CV to andre@garlic.co.nz.

Applications will be reviewed by December the 15th.

Handyman Required Involves general maintenance and external cleaning.

Normal hours are 7am to 12 noon 3-5 days a week depending on the successful applicant’s experience.

Application forms are available at reception or please phone 578 1059 for more information.

Please return complete application forms and any other information regarding relevant experience that may assist you in obtaining an interview to the CEO via reception or by emailing ceo@clubsofmarlborough.co.nz

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Engineering Officer - Picton

Projects Engineer - Renewals

Council is looking for an experienced Engineering Officer to manage the day to day operations of Council’s water supply, wastewater networks, and stormwater drainage

Marlborough is recognised internationally as the centre of New Zealand’s wine industry and for the natural beauty of the Marlborough Sounds. As a unitary authority we look after Marlborough’s outstanding natural environment, investing in the region’s infrastructure, its people and its quality lifestyle.

With a three waters budget of approximately $215m over the next 10 years our Assets and Services Department is looking for an experienced Engineering Officer to provide technical skills and to manage the day to day operation of Marlborough District Council’s water supply, wastewater networks, and stormwater drainage primarily in Picton, but will also assist across Council’s other networks.

To be considered for this role you should have: • NZCE, REA, or a Diploma in Civil Engineering.

• A minimum of five years’ experience with water, stormwater, or sewerage engineering.

• The ability to supervise contractors and internal Operations Staff.

• An understanding of the Health & Safety at Work Act and can demonstrate commitment to safe work practices.

• Have a sound understanding of engineering principles especially as they relate to Council services and asset management.

• A willingness to work in a small team to achieve specific goals.

A salary package reflective of the successful candidate’s experience will be offered for this role.

Applications close at 5.00 pm on 11 December 2018.

Applications should be made online via the careers page www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/careers/currentvacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply.

For further information you are welcome to contact stephen.rooney@marlborough.govt.nz

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Council is looking for an experienced Project Engineer who will be responsible for identifying the need for capital upgrades to the water and sewerage schemes

Marlborough is recognised internationally as the centre of New Zealand’s wine industry and for the natural beauty of the Marlborough Sounds. As a unitary authority we look after Marlborough’s outstanding natural environment, investing in the region’s infrastructure, its people and its quality lifestyle.

Our Assets and Services Department is responsible for delivering the key services of roading, river control, drainage, water, sewerage, stormwater, waste management and emergency management. The Department accounts for approximately 70% of Council’s annual operating expenditure plus significant major capital projects.

The Assets and Services Department is looking for an experienced Project Engineer who will be responsible for identifying the need for capital upgrades to water and sewerage schemes, budgeting, design, construction and commissioning.

To be considered for this role you should: • Have a suitable tertiary qualification, namely BE (Civil), NZCE (civil), or New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil).

• Preferably have a minimum of three years’ experience in civil engineering, preferably in the fields of water supply and/ or sewerage. Candidates with less experience with high skill levels will be considered for the role.

• Have experience in contract monitoring and administration • Be able to work in a small team to achieve specific goals.

• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to deal with members of the public.

A salary package reflective of the successful candidate’s experience will be offered for this role.

Applications close at 5.00 pm on 12 December 2018.

Applications should be made online via the careers page www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/careers/currentvacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply.

For further information you are welcome to contact stuart.donaldson@marlborough.govt.nz .

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CHRISTMAS TREES Pine $25 Choose your own Brookby Road Phone 0211088888

Trev’s Painting & Decorating Interiors - Exteriors - Wall papering Gib stopping - Roofs EQC Tradesman with 40 years experience Ph 022 184 2778 • A/H 03 579 3368 email: samkar@xtra.co.nz

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Members’ Draw - $4700.00

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January 21, 2018

February 11, 2018

Members’ Draw - $5000.00 Live Music - Rockova - 7pm Club Bar

Tuesday Members’ Draw - 1st draw $5000.00

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Members, their guests and Affiliates Welcome P: 5781059 • www.clubsofmarlborough.org.nz

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Special General Meeting Wednesday 12 December, 7 pm.

To clarify/discuss Constitutional variations at AGM

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‘ALL ABOUT YOUR KIDNEYS’ GREY POWER ARE HOLDING A MEETING AT THE COMMUNITY CENTRE, Alfred Street (the same building we have our Office in).

AT 10.30am ON THURSDAY 6th DECEMBER, 2018 Members come along and listen to Max Reid, Chief Executive with Kidney Health NZ. Max had been instrumental in raising the profile of kidney disease particularly at a Government and Ministry of Health level.

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Housie/Bingo.

Blenheim Bowling Club, Weld Street.

Thursday 6th December. 5pm onward.

50 games, 2 super@$500, raffles. Food available. Marlborough Community Housie INC. The Blenheim Depression Support Group We now meet at the Baptist Church Hall, Beaver Road, Blenheim. Every Wednesday 10am-11.30am. For more details please phone The Baptist Church on 5783676 or Barb on 0277372403.

BOA, Lindsay John: On 29 November 2018 peacefully at his home. Aged 70 years. Dearly loved partner of Chrissy.

Loved father and father-in-law of Jason; and Daniel and Janine. Grandad to Chloe and Cameron. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Alistair and Veronica; Malcolm; Dawn and the late Wayne. Loved Uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Loved stepdad of Aaron and Robert. Special Poppa Lindsay to Jasmine and Melody. Messages to 68A Hospital Road, Blenheim. Lindsay has bequeathed his body to the Otago Medical School for Medical Research.

CLOUDY BAY FUNERAL SERVICES BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z.

CROSSWELL, Grant: Clare and the family would like to thank everyone who has supported us over the last couple of months and for the many cards, flowers and baking. It is much appreciated.

NZ Rosary Crusade.

'For Life and Faith'. Rosary will be recited at St Mary's Church, Maxwell Road at 3pm on the 8th December.

Sheets ‘N Things, 2A Redwood Street.

Sheets 'N Things, 2A Redwood Street.

Half price sale on all pre-loved summer sheets only. Come along and stock up for your home or the bach.

St Christopher’s Goodwill Friday December 7, 9am-noon at the Church Hall Redwoodtown. Usual bargains, good used clothing, household goods, tools, and books.

Community Noticeboard is for nonprofit organisations!

For $10.00 + GST you can publish up to 25 words.

Wanted to buy WANTED to buy - old NZ postcards & NZ books, fountain pens, military items, scrap gold or damaged jewellery, advertising signs, NZ Maori / whaling & historical items, antiques, collectibles & the UNUSUAL. Free quotes. Please phone Phil on (03)5775402 (JUST BROWSING).

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MOETAUA, Kate (nee Glover): Passed away 9th November 2018.

Teaukura, Anika, Aya and Malia, Owen and Wendy, Ben and Susie, Lucy and Francis, Jack and Georgie and their families thank everyone for their amazing kindness, love and support on the passing of our wonderful Kate. Your generous actions, words and care are so much appreciated by us all. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement.

BLAKESLEY, Vera Muriel: On Monday December 3, 2018, peacefully at Bethsaida Retirement Village. In her 100th year. Dearly loved wife of the late George, loved Mum of Jean (Havelock), John (Australia), and Sheila (Napier). Loved Nana of her seven grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Messages may be sent to P O Box 36, Havelock 7150. A funeral service for Vera will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets at 10.30am on Friday December 7, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

To advertise your business, call Gemma (03) 5777 868 classifieds@blenheimsun. co.nz

Candlelight Remembrance Services Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors warmly invite you attend our Christmas Remembrance and Candle Lighting Services.

Picton:

Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

Waikawa Boating Club, Waikawa Marina 7pm Thursday 6th December 2018

DAVIES Furniture 6 seater table and chairs, excellent condition. Fold out sofa bed (black). Double bike carrier to fit on Toeball. Phone 0275775155 LUSITANICA Sarking, 130mm x 20mm T&G. Approximately 500 metres. $10.50 per metre. Plus quantity of RS 6x2. Phone 5728991.

XMAS Presents– thousands of items to choose from, gold necklaces, bracelets and diamond rings, crystal, china, NZ books and art, originals and cheaper prints. Many old wind up and battery operated toys, nick knacks and gift vouchers.

JUST BROWSING, Battys Road. Open Monday to Saturday (03)5775402.

For Sale FITZ'S GYM Now open 7 days at Simcox Stadium 50 Battys Road Casual and monthly rates available any enquires phone 5784851

To Let BOARDER/HOUSEMATE. To share house semi rural location. Mature person preferred. Own bathroom, toilet etc. Shared facilities. Phone 5705880 evenings.

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Urgent Care Centre: Wairau Hospital Grounds. Entry off Hospital Rd, Blenheim, 8am8pm daily. Phone (03) 520 6377.

Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870.

A f t e r H o u rs C h e m i s t s : Springlands Pharmacy: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 6pm, Saturday & Sunday 9am - 5pm, Public Holidays 10am - 5pm. Closed Christmas Day. Ph 578 2271.

Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am-8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline.

M a r l b o r o u g h Wo m e n ' s Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers.

Citizens Advice Bureau: Free, friendly, confidential advice.

Mon - Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Phone 578 4272.

Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Wairau Hospital: Hospital Visiting Hours: Daily 11.30am7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only.

Maternity Ward: 10am-noon, 4pm-7pm.

Children's Ward: Daily 10am8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward.

Marlborough Family Budgeting: Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Friday 10am3pm. Phone 578 2006.

Picton: Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 520 3222 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377.

Office 520 9980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111. Nonurgent 579 4870.

Chemist: Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm.

Medical Centre Pharmacy, Ph 928 4265, Mon-Fri 8am-5.30pm

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Massive selection of household furniture homeware, electronics, TV’s, mechanical and building tools and plant. Plus trailer.

72 High Street, Phone 03 577 7868

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Mechanic working for world rally champ

By Celeste Alexander A Blenheim man is living out his dream of working for World Rally Champion Sebastien Ogier, and says he often has moments where he has to “pinch himself”.

Luke Campbell has spent the past 12 months working for Sebastien’s WRC rally team, British-based preparation firm M-Sport.

The team recently finished the Australian rally where Sebastian won his sixth WRC title, and on his way back ‘home’ to the UK, Luke stopped in to see his family and spoke to the Sun about the highlights of his exciting role.

Luke grew up in Blenheim, attending Richmond View School then Marlborough Boys’ College.

He went on to do a pre-trade course for mechanical apprenticeship in Nelson before returning to Blenheim.

He finished his apprenticeship at Topp Motors (now Auto Super Shoppe), then Ford (now McKendry Ford), the Blenheim Testing Station then finally at Martin Motors.

During this time Luke was also part of Karting Marlborough and the Marlborough Car Club, racing his Mitsubishi Lancer in local rallies.

Last June he and wife Jo decided to move to the UK and when looking for work, he came across a job being advertised for M-Sport rally team.

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Harriers summer run The Marlborough Harriers Club summer runners series continues on Thursday. Meet at Sutherland Street, Brilyn Crescent, at 5.45pm ready for a 6pm start for a three person relay.

Everyone is welcome to participate.

These runs are non-competitive and are made as enjoyable as possible.

Join in and run all events or just the ones you want to.

The cost is $2 per week or $20 for the season (families $25 for the season).

Rarangi golf results

Luke Campbell (centre) pictured with NZ WRC drivers Jason Farmer and David Holder.

off an application, not really expecting to get it.

I was offered a week’s trial which went well so I was offered a full-time position.

Luke was part of a 250 strong team, and purely by chance the opportunity to travel with the rally team came up.

“My job is the right rear, and once that’s sorted I move on to other areas that need working on.

It’s been a dream to be honest and being able to travel with the team has been incredible,” he says.

One of the highlights for Luke was Sebastien’s win in Mexico.

“We got to stand on the podium and experience the hype which was a really cool moment,” he says.

The 2019 WRC kicks off with the MonLuke Campbell in action fixing parts during the 2018 WRC. te-Carlo rally from January 24-27.

Rarangi latest golf results Results from recent matches played at the Rarangi Golf Club.

Sunday closing day Russian roulette: 1st Mike Garrett/Mark Milne, 75; 2nd Tony Nichol/James Tyson, 70; 3rd Greg Thomas/Ben Holden, 62; 4th David & Maryann Best, 58; 5th Barry Fyfe/Carla Heppelthwaite, 57.

Wednesday, men’s stableford: John Jones 38; Gordon Lang 38; Francis Barrett 37; Tony Nichol 37; Ian Berrie 36; Murray Ingram 36;

Morrie Soper 35; Barry Fyfe 35; David Best 34; Clarry Neame 34; Dick Hubert 34; Barry Masters 34.

Dec. 1, men’s monthly mug, gross winners: 1 Tony Nichol 74; 2 Ezra Kahaki 82; 3 Allan Ryder 84; 4 Dennis Wye 85; 5 Clarry Neame 86; 6 Terry Allen 87; 7 Ian Hale 87; 8 Mark Milne 89; 9 Nick Thomson 92; 10 Terry Grant 92.

Nett winners: 1 Dennis Wye 68; 2 Tony Nichol 69; 3 Terry Allen 72; 4 Allan Ryder 72; 5 Peter Browning

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74; 6 Alan Milne 74; 7 Terry Grant 74; 8 Ian Berrie 74; 9 Morrie Soper 75; 10: Mark Milne 76.

Dec. 1, ladies monthly flute, gross winners: 1 Aroha Minhinnick 85; 2 Sue Campbell 89; 3 Janet Lang 89; 4 Jo Rainbird 97; 5 Bridget Quaife 99; 6 Maryann Best 105.

Nett winners: 1 Sue Campbell 70; 2 Bridget Quaife 70; 3 Janet Lang 72; 4 Aroha Minhinnick 74; 5 Maryann Best 78; 6: Jo Rainbird 85.

December 2, men’s stableford:

1Greg Thomas 39; 2 Alan Rutledge 38; 3 Gary Barnett 37; 4 Dennis Humphries 36; 5 Owen Gibbs 36; 6 Bruce Curgenven 35; 7 Ezra Kahaki 34; 8 Ben Holden 33; 9 Nick Thomson 33; 10: Lindsay McAlpine 31.

December 2, ladies stableford: 1Bridget Quaife 34; 2 Barbara Humphries 32; 3 Kathy Payne 32; 4 Gaye Robertson 31; 5 Anne Newman 26; 6 Mariann Grant 24.

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Results from recent matches played at the Rarangi Golf Club.

Sunday closing day Russian roulette: 1st Mike Garrett/Mark Milne, 75; 2nd Tony Nichol/James Tyson, 70; 3rd Greg Thomas/Ben Holden, 62; 4th David & Maryann Best, 58; 5th Barry Fyfe/Carla Heppelthwaite, 57.

Wednesday, men’s stableford: John Jones 38; Gordon Lang 38; Francis Barrett 37; Tony Nichol 37; Ian Berrie 36; Murray Ingram 36; Morrie Soper 35; Barry Fyfe 35; David Best 34; Clarry Neame 34; Dick Hubert 34; Barry Masters 34.

Marlborough golf results Results from recent matches played at the Marlborough Golf Club.

November 28, Diana Pye stableford: June Maslin 35; Pru Jensen 35; Marion Tripe 33; Jeannine Paul 33.

November 29, men’s stableford Div.1: Terrence Loomis 36; Hugh Bay 36; Jon Nicol 35; Julian Terry 35. Div.2: Lyndsay Burrow 37; John McIntosh 37; Scott Murray 37; Stuart Parker 36; RobertHille 35; Don Elley 35; John Rodgers 35.

December 1, Fred & Marge Betts 4BBB net mixed: H Stenhouse & Y Ando 58; H Bay & J Anderson-Bay 60; J McGarry & T McGarry 61; P Marfell & K Eggers 61; M Skilton & T Skilton 61. Men’s Stableford. Div.1: Hugh Robinson 42; Scott Allen 39; John Buzan 38. Div.2: Kevin Hawkins 43; Richard McLean 35; Robert Hille 35.

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